D# lydian chords

All guitar chords for the D# lydian scale

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D# lydian scale

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D# lydian scale — chords and intervals

The D# lydian scale is the fourth mode of the major scale and arguably the brightest sound in music theory. On guitar, the notes are D#, F, G, A, A#, C, D. It is known for its ethereal, dreamlike, and cinematic quality. Because it avoids the pull of the perfect fourth, it is a favorite for film composers wanting to evoke a sense of wonder or otherworldly space. The diatonic chords of D# lydian are D#Maj7, E#7, F##m7, G##m7b5, A#Maj7, B#m7, C##m7.

The D# lydian scale has the following degrees: 1 2 3 ♯4 5 6 7.

Intervals: W-W-W-H-W-W-H.

Diatonic chords: D#Maj7, E#7, F##m7, G##m7b5, A#Maj7, B#m7, C##m7.

Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord variations for composing with the D# lydian scale on guitar.

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